Eerie #87

Eerie #87 (October 1977)

• Publisher: Warren Publishing
• Cover Art: Frank Frazetta

Cover Art:

Frank Frazetta’s cover for Eerie #87 is one of his iconic illustrations and is a prime example of his mastery in blending action, fantasy, and horror elements. The cover depicts a powerful warrior standing on a pile of defeated enemies, holding a bloodied axe, while a storm rages in the background. The warrior’s muscular build, dynamic pose, and intense expression are quintessential Frazetta, who had an unparalleled ability to depict raw, primal energy and ferocity in his art.

Issue Content:

Eerie #87 would follow the usual anthology format of the magazine, featuring several short horror and dark fantasy stories, often with supernatural themes or twist endings. As with many Eerie issues, the stories likely combined elements of fantasy, horror, and adventure, matching the tone of Frazetta’s cover art.

Notable Contributors:

The interior of the magazine would feature work by prominent Eerie writers and artists, likely including:

• Writers: Bill DuBay, Budd Lewis, or other Warren Publishing regulars.
• Artists: The magazine regularly featured top talents like Esteban Maroto, Luis Bermejo, Richard Corben, and Paul Neary, known for their atmospheric and dramatic art styles.

Story Themes:

The stories in this issue likely leaned into supernatural horror, dark fantasy, and revenge narratives, consistent with Eerie’s usual thematic focus. The mixture of sword-and-sorcery elements alongside eerie, horror-driven plots made Eerie a unique offering in the comic magazine landscape of the 1970s.

Legacy:

Frazetta’s cover art for Eerie #87 is one of the reasons this issue remains highly sought after by collectors. Frazetta’s ability to capture both the fantasy and horror essence of the magazine with such dynamic and memorable imagery contributed to its lasting appeal.

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